Accounts Assistant Apprentice

Summary Kickstart your career in finance with our dynamic accountancy apprenticeship! You'll gain hands-on experience with real clients while studying towards a recognised qualification, all in a supportive team that's invested in your growth. Develop practical skills, earn as you learn, and open the door to exciting future opportunities. Wage £14,560 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Assistant accountant (level 3) Hours Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. 35 hours a week Start date Monday 21 September 2026 Duration 1 year 6 months Positions available 1 Work Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You'll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience. What you'll do at work Data Entry:Accurately inputting financial data into accounting systems, ensuring all information is up to date and error-free Bookkeeping:Recording day-to-day financial transactions, such as invoices, payments, and receipts, to help keep accurate and organised accounts Ledger Maintenance:Maintaining and updating sales and purchase ledgers to ensure all records are current and complete Reconciliations:Assisting with bank reconciliations and other account reconciliations to help identify and resolve any discrepancies Financial Document Preparation:Supporting the preparation of invoices, statements, reports, and other financial documents for clients and internal use Administrative Support:Providing general administrative support to the finance team, including organising documents, scheduling meetings, and helping with other office tasks as needed Where you'll work 19 WILLOW ROAD ENFIELD EN1 3NF Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider FIRST RUNG LIMITED Training course Assistant accountant (level 3) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) What you'll learn Course contents Assist with the investigation of, and response to, financial information queries.Record and analyse financial data using the organisation's standard tools and processes.Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements, and report financial information to users of accounts.Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.Reconcile financial data, such as preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.Investigate, resolve, or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.Communicate using a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.Assist with the investigation of, and response to, financial information queries.Record and analyse financial data using the organisation's standard tools and processes.Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements, and report financial information to users of accounts.Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.Reconcile financial data, such as preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.Investigate, resolve, or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.Communicate using a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.Training schedule Level 3 Assistant Accountant Level 2 Bookkeeping Requirements Essential qualifications GCSE in: Maths (grade 4) Desirable qualifications GCSE in: English (grade 4) Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know. SkillsCommunication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalOther requirements Note: If you do not have the desirable qualifications or work experience, First Rung can assist you with training and work experience opportunities. Please do not contact the employer directly; all enquiries must go through First Rung. About this employer With years of experience amongst the team at AFE Accountants Limited, we have built trustworthy and consistent relationships with our clients. We pride ourselves on providing a bespoke service, understanding that everybody's requirements are unique. Therefore, we take the time to identify precisely what you are looking for in order to establish how we can help. We take pride in how the practice has expanded rapidly through recommendation and word of mouth. https://www.afe-accountants.co.uk/ (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab). The candidate can choose to either progress into an AAT Level 4 or full-time employment. Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: FIRST RUNG LIMITED Sabreena marketing@firstrung.org.uk 07495464797 The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000009144. Apply now Closes in 16 days (Thursday 10 September 2026 at 11:59pm)